Infinity Advances The Science Of Sound With The Addition Of Online R.A.B.O.S.ô Calculation Utility To Its Web Site

19-Mar-01

R.A.B.O.S.ô, Infinityís groundbreaking Room Adaptive Bass Optimization System, has been described as ""the best thing to happen to low frequencies since woofers."" And now, with the availability of an online R.A.B.O.S. calculation utility at the Infinity Systems Web site, owners of R.A.B.O.S.-equipped standalone and integrated subwoofers have a powerful new tool to help achieve ideal bass response in their listening rooms.The R.A.B.O.S. system, included in Infinityís Preludeô, Intermezzoô, and many of the Interlude models, overcomes sub-100Hz room resonance with a built-in single-band parametric equalizer. Achieving the correct equalizer settings involves using an SPL meter, test CD and special charting tools - all supplied in the R.A.B.O.S. kit (included with Prelude MTS and Intermezzo, optional with Interlude models). Though charting is accurate, this manual process is susceptible to human error.The R.A.B.O.S. online utility is faster than manual charting and unfailingly accurate. Data, including room dimensions and SPL measurements, are entered into the R.A.B.O.S. online calculator and optimum equalizer settings are generated. Unique to R.A.B.O.S. online is an advanced spatial averaging algorithm. With this powerful new tool, data for up to three different listening positions can be factored simultaneously to achieve the best possible response in the widest possible listening area.Eli Harary, Infinity Brand Manager, noted, ""The R.A.B.O.S. online utility flows from our corporate-wide commitment to using the Web as a tool to enhance the listening experience. Owners of R.A.B.O.S.-equipped Infinity loudspeakers now have an easier and faster way to calculate optimum settings for their listening environments. This additional flexibility offers users the freedom to experiment with the position of speakers and furnishings, without the chore of manual charting.""Harary continued, ""The R.A.B.O.S. utility is just the first of many planned interactive enhancements to the Infinity Web site. We are committed to offering our customers all the benefits of our extensive knowledge of loudspeaker performance and room acoustics to assure they enjoy the maximum sonic and musical potential from their Infinity loudspeakers.""The Science Behind The SoundInfinityís Web site offers a wealth of information about loudspeakers and room acoustics, including many white papers written by Dr. Floyd E. Toole, one of the worldís foremost experts in acoustics and loudspeaker design. The topics covered include loudspeaker and room interactions, home theatre acoustical design, the relationship between listening and measurements, and much more. Much of the information is the result of research conducted at the Harman Consumer Groupís state-of-the-art Loudspeaker Design and Acoustics Facility in Northridge, California, and allows Harman and Infinity to continue to improve the audio playback experience. This multimillion dollar research facility is the most sophisticated in the world, and enables a better understanding of loudspeaker design and construction than ever before.The Web siteís technology section also contains in-depth white papers covering Infinityís groundbreaking R.A.B.O.S. and C.M.M.D.ô (Ceramic Metal Matrix Diaphragm) technologies, which are at the heart of Infinityís high performance loudspeakers. In addition, an extensive glossary of industry terms and Infinityís newest technologies is available, containing hundreds of entries covering audio engineering and acoustics. In addition, the site also offers a wealth of additional information about loudspeakers, audio engineering and Infinityís newest technologies.Interactive Dealer Locator: Another Infinity FirstThe Infinity Web site has also incorporated a unique interactive dealer locator system that enables consumers to locate and contact their local Infinity dealer and instantly provides the dealer with contact information to quickly arrange an appointment for a private audition. With this two-way resource, consumers can easily find their local dealer by typing in their zip code information, and even receive maps and driving directions. In addition, the dealer receives the information and is able to provide consumers with the quick, personalized service that is the hallmark of Infinity and its dealer network.For more information about Infinity, visit www.infinitysystems.com.

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